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Arts 23 Jun 2017

Public artworks make a splash at Albany pool

Korean-Kiwi artist Seung Yul Oh is making a splash at Albany Stadium Pool with the unveiling of his latest works, Upon a Pond and Drop a Loop.

Heritage 23 Jun 2017

Flashback Friday: Mission Bay, then and now

This popular central Auckland beach was as beloved at the turn of the 20th Century as it is today – but did you know it was also once home to a flying school?

Food / Drink 23 Jun 2017

New Lynn night markets come to an end

The New Lynn Night Markets will come to an end this month after three years.

22 Jun 2017

A plan for Howick village

Preserving the character that is Howick Village’s point of difference and improving links to local attractions are among key actions outlined in the new Howick Village Centre Plan.

Pools 21 Jun 2017

The uncertain future of the Mt Albert Aquatic Centre

Since 1996 Mt Albert residents have had access to the Mt Albert Aquatic Centre – but it could be gone for good in a few years.

Cycling 20 Jun 2017

West Auckland kids claim Guinness World Record

1799 mostly school children and teachers claimed the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS® title for the Largest human image of a bicycle at Glen Eden Intermediate this afternoon.

Transport 16 Jun 2017

Pukekohe Station upgrade to start in July

The upgrade of Pukekohe Station is due to begin in July and be completed in early 2018.

Community 15 Jun 2017

Say no to graffiti vandalism

A community with zero tolerance to graffiti vandalism combined with the efforts of organisations like the Manukau Beautification Charitable Trust, is helping to boost civic pride across south Auckland.

Events

29 Sep 2024

Early Auckland Dance Music When Orchestras Ruled

In addition to music from 'greats' such as Joplin and Gershwin, the programme includes long forgo...

29 Sep 2024

Exploring Sacred Spaces: The Dawoodi Bohra Vajihi Markaz

Explore Vajihi Markaz with a guided tour and learn about the Dawoodi Bohra community. All welcome!

29 Sep 2024 - 08 Oct 2024

Symonds Street Cemetery Tour

Join a free 2-hour tour of Symonds Street Cemetery, Auckland’s oldest burial ground with 15,000 g...

29 Sep 2024 - 12 Oct 2024

Rangitoto Island bach museum open day

Ferry to Rangitoto Island to see 34 historic baches from the 1920s and 30s, enjoy tea, and hear t...

29 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

A Walking Tour of Historic Jewish Auckland

Visit 21 sites of historical significance on this intriguing walk.

29 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Engineering New Zealand Heritage Walks

Take an intriguing walk through our city's engineering past with stories of buildings and notable...

29 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Onehunga Presents Her Heritage Buildings

Join us in viewing three Council-owned historic buildings.

29 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Polish Explorers of Oceania

Take a wander through an exhibition about Polish ethnographers, naturalists, journalists and trav...